The United States is preparing to unleash a sweeping new economic offensive against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent describing the campaign as an “economic D-Day.” Washington says the objective is to cut off the financial and trade channels that continue to support Tehran, while also putting pressure on countries that maintain economic ties with Iran.
The move goes beyond conventional sanctions, with the US signalling a broader effort to target Iran’s oil revenues, financial networks and international trade links. The strategy comes as Washington seeks to increase economic isolation without relying solely on further military action.
Iran has warned that continued economic pressure could trigger retaliation, including a potential halt to oil exports through the Persian Gulf. Any major disruption to energy flows could have consequences far beyond the two countries, putting global oil markets, shipping routes and energy prices under fresh pressure.
With the US promising unprecedented financial pressure and Iran threatening economic retaliation, the confrontation is increasingly becoming a battle over trade, energy and access to the global financial system.
